Best Bike Tours in Mexico City

Exploring Mexico City by bicycle is an exciting and incomparable experience that you should include in your visit. Here are some of the best tour options.

Andressa García

Andressa García

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Best Bike Tours in Mexico City

Mexico | ©Kasper Christensen

Cycling around the city is not only an economical and environmentally friendly option , but it also allows you to explore CDMX in an intimate and challenging way. Moreover, if you decide to explore the city by bike, you will have the opportunity to meet other cyclists and share the experience with them.

So if you are looking for an exciting way to experience the city, I recommend you to leave the car and public transport behind and join a two-wheeled journey, which is definitely one of the best things to see and do in Mexico City.

1. Mexico City Bike Tour

Chapultepec Forest| ©luuzzy :)
Chapultepec Forest| ©luuzzy :)

In the middle of this bike tour you will discover the city from another perspective and enjoy exciting adventures through streets full of life. With this bike tour you will get to know the city and its local urban culture in a unique way. You will have several tour options to choose from, with a duration between 2 and 4 hours.

You can take a 2-hour tour of Mexico City that will take you through Paseo de la Reforma Avenue, the Zocalo, the Alameda, part of the Chapultepec forest and the Roma neighbourhood. This tour is a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Mexico City in a different and exciting way.

Details of interest

  • Price: you will have to pay around 25 euros per person to enjoy this tour.
  • Duration: it will take you between 2 and 3 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the tour is done entirely by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: you will be accompanied by a tour guide throughout the tour. Bike hire and helmet use are included. Tastings of Mexican gastronomy are offered.
  • Disadvantages of this option: refreshments and water are not included.

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2. Electric bike tour of Mexico City

Bicycle Tour| ©Mexico Bike Tour
Bicycle Tour| ©Mexico Bike Tour

During this tour you will get on an electric bicycle to ride through the most important corners of the city centre while you enjoy the thrill of pedalling through the most emblematic streets and avenues. When you book this activity you will have the option to choose the route you want to discover the city with your tour guide.

The route generally lasts five hours and ends at the same point where you start. During the tour you can visit some of the best museums in Mexico City such as the Anthropology Museum, the Modern Art Museum and the Rufino Tamayo Museum. You will also continue to Chapultepec Park, the Monument to the Homeland and the emblematic fountain of Nezahualcoyotl.

La Puerta de los Leones, the Casa de Correos and the National Palace are some of the other places you can visit during this tour. You will also be able to admire the Angel of Independence and visit the Plaza de la Constitución, both declared World Heritage Sites.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 70 euros per person to complete the tour.
  • Duration: it will take you around 5 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the whole trip is done by electric bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: electric bike hire is included. You will be provided with safety equipment throughout the ride.
  • Disadvantages of this option: no snacks or hydrating drinks are included during the ride.

Get to know the best museums in Mexico City

3. Teotihuacan Bike Tour

Teotihuacan| ©Javier Ogeros
Teotihuacan| ©Javier Ogeros

If you are passionate about history and archaeology, you will love this tour because you will discover the best kept secrets of the archaeological site of Teotihuacan, one of the most important cities of the ancient world, so without a doubt this tour is one of the best excursions to the pyramids of Teotihuacan from Mexico City.

The tour starts at your hotel in Mexico City, from where you will go to the archaeological site by minibus. Once there, you will take a walking tour through the centre of Teotihuacan, to visit the buildings that have become famous over time. After this tour, you will leave the archaeological site for a 10-kilometre bike ride around Teotihuacán.

As you cycle, you'll discover the less-travelled areas of the site, enjoying the scenery and the tranquillity of this unique city. You will also stop at a natural cave to better understand the cosmovision of this civilisation and observe the impressive mural paintings preserved in the area.

Details of interest

  • Price: you will have to pay around 90 euros per person to enjoy this tour.
  • Duration: it will take you around 8 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the whole experience is completed by minibus, bicycle and on foot.
  • Advantages of this option: you will be accompanied by a guide who is an expert in archaeological matters. Bicycle hire and safety equipment are included. Entrance fees to the archaeological site are included. Tasting of local food is included. Transfers to and from the hotel or accommodation are included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: snacks and hydrating drinks are not included.

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4. Bicycle tour through the Chapultepec Forest

Getting to know the forest| ©Mariana Lucchino
Getting to know the forest| ©Mariana Lucchino

The Chapultepec forest is an emblematic place in Mexico City, and on this bike tour you will be able to explore it with all the rules. During this tour, you will have the chance to enjoy the vegetation and nature. You will also get to know commemorative monuments and curiosities that make this park a unique place in the city.

This, which is one of the best tours in Mexico City, will start next to the Estela de Luz, which is a monument that commemorates the bicentennial of Mexico's independence. From there you'll start pedalling through the forest paths, where you'll see lakes and ponds, as well as the facades of iconic buildings in the city. You'll be able to see the National Museum of Anthropology or Chapultepec Castle, among other incredible sites.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 40 euros per person to enjoy this activity.
  • Duration: it will take you about 2 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the whole trip is completed by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: the tour includes the company of an expert tour guide. Bike hire is included and you are offered a bottle of water.
  • Disadvantages of this option: additional expenses are not included in this tour.

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5. City Tour by electric bike with taco stops

Tacos| ©Paul Keller
Tacos| ©Paul Keller

During this electric bike tour, you will mainly get to know different highlights of the city. You will ride around the area together with an expert guide who will take you to the Bosque de Chapultepec, the Avenida de la Reforma and the Centro Historico. In the middle of the tour you will stop to rest and enjoy the famous Mexican tacos and other local food.

You don't need to bring your own equipment, because during the tour you will be provided with everything you need for a safe trip. One of the things that will catch your attention is the cultural difference between each of the neighbourhoods and the reasons why this city is so diverse and multicultural. Plus, thanks to the taco tasting along the way, this tour stands out as one of the best gastronomic tours in Mexico City.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 85 euros per person.
  • Duration: it will take you about 4 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the whole trip is completed on an electric bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: the rental of the electric bicycles is included. Helmets and reflective waistcoats are provided. You will have a bottle of bottled water along the way. Taco tastings are included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Tips for the guides are not included.

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6. Bicycle tour of Mexico City markets

San Juan Market| ©Jessica Hoolko
San Juan Market| ©Jessica Hoolko

On this tour, you can enjoy a pleasant experience visiting three of the city's most important markets. Each one has its own charm and personality, and offers you a wide variety of typical Mexican products and flavours.

In the first market, you will be able to explore a wide range of handicrafts and products handmade by local artisans, who are mainly guided by the cultural traditions of Mexico. In the second one, you will find a great variety of fresh products, but you can also taste traditional Mexican dishes and learn how they are made, so this is definitely one of the best things to do in Mexico City.

Finally, in the third market you can explore a wide collection of textile and fashion products, while learning how fashion and clothing has evolved historically in the Mexican territory.

Details of interest

  • Price: you will have to pay around 50 euros to enjoy this market tour in Mexico City.
  • Duration: it will take you about 3 hours to complete the experience.
  • Means of transport: the tour is completed by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: the bike and helmet are included. You will also be offered sunscreen or a mackintosh if necessary and water to keep you hydrated.
  • Disadvantages of this option: This tour does not include refreshments. Personal expenses are also not included.

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7. Tour to admire the street art of CDMX by bike.

CDMX Street Art| ©joey zanotti
CDMX Street Art| ©joey zanotti

This is a tour of the vibrant world of street art, murals and graffiti that can be seen all over Mexico City. You will be accompanied at all times by a tour guide who will take you to explore the contrasting neighbourhoods and learn about the history and culture of this fascinating city.

You'll also have the opportunity to stop for traditional Mexican street food, with options for every palate, from spicy levels to vegan, gluten-free and dairy-free options. You'll begin and end this tour on the iconic boulevard of Paseo de la Reforma.

Details of interest

  • Price: you will have to pay around 42 euros per person.
  • Duration: the whole tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
  • Means of transport: the whole trip is completed by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: you will be accompanied by a local guide and urban art expert. You will be offered bottled water at all times. Street food tasting is included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Transfer to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included. Additional drinks are not included.

8. Street food tour for small groups

Mexican Food| ©Nicolas Nova
Mexican Food| ©Nicolas Nova

During this half-day small group tour, you'll have the opportunity to experience the city's thriving food scene first-hand.

From leafy parks and bustling boulevards to traditional and familiar street food stalls, where you can sample a delicious combination of sweet and savoury flavours. With all these features, this is definitely a good tour to get to know some of Mexico City's best neighbourhoods.

On the tour you will have the opportunity to visit some of the city's most iconic neighbourhoods, including La Condesa, Roma, Chapultepec Park and Juarez, so you can sample a variety of authentic and traditional Mexican food. Your local guide is also an expert in gastronomy, so he or she will take you to some great places to sample the city's most authentic dishes.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 70 euros per person to enjoy this experience.
  • Duration: it will take you around 4 and a half hours to complete the tour of the whole city.
  • Means of transport: the tour is completed by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: food and drinks are included during the trip. Bike rental and safety equipment are also included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: The tour does not include additional drinks. The transfer to and from the hotel or accommodation is also not included. Personal expenses or extras are not included.

Get to know the best neighbourhoods in Mexico City

9. Bike tour around the iconic places of the Historic Centre of CDMX

Historic Centre of CDMX| ©David Cabrera
Historic Centre of CDMX| ©David Cabrera

Downtown Mexico City is home to the greatness of Mexico's history and culture, embodied in the architecture of its buildings, the colourful local arts, the flavours of its gastronomy and, above all, the joy of its people, so this bike tour focuses on showing you just those contrasts and varied colours of the city.

Your tour guide will take you to explore and learn about the ancient rituals of the Aztecs to worship their gods, as well as the light and darkness of the Spanish conquest that marked the beginning of a new era in Mexico. During the tour, your guide will also take you to one of the most important handicraft markets in the country, where you can buy some souvenirs and typical Mexican details.

One of the activities you'll enjoy most on this tour is that you'll be able to stop at a restaurant to enjoy a breakfast or a snack that combines traditional flavours with the innovation of Mexican cuisine.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 43 euros per person to enjoy this experience.
  • Duration: it will take you about 3 hours to complete the tour.
  • Means of transport: the entire tour is completed by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: bike hire is included, as well as the use of helmets and other safety equipment. User insurance is included. You will be offered water to keep you hydrated during the tour. You will be offered sunscreen or a mackintosh if necessary. A tour guide will accompany you if necessary.
  • Disadvantages of this option: this activity does not include meals or extras.

10. Bike tour through Coyoacan and the Frida Kahlo Museum

Blue House in Coyoacan| ©Carl Campbel
Blue House in Coyoacan| ©Carl Campbel

Discover one of the most charming parts of Mexico City with this bike tour of Coyoacán. The route will start at the emblematic Parque Mexico in Condesa, where you'll hop on your bike and start riding through the cobblestone streets of Coyoacan, an area with a lot of charm and history, making for a fun and interesting ride.

On this tour, you'll learn about the life of the painter Frida Kahlo, thanks to a visit to her former home, the famous Casa Azul (Blue House). Once there, your expert guide will give you a guided tour where you 'll get a close look at her lifestyle and her work. Back in Condesa you can explore the scenic area that represents this neighbourhood.

Interesting details

  • Price: you will have to pay around 75 euros to complete the tour.
  • Duration: it will take you about 5 hours to complete the activity.
  • Means of transport: you will complete the whole trip by bicycle.
  • Advantages of this option: you will be accompanied by an experienced local guide. You will be offered bottled water to keep you hydrated. Bike hire and safety equipment is included.
  • Disadvantages of this option: Transfer to and from the hotel or accommodation is not included. Tips are not included.

What will I see on this type of tour?

Touring Mexico| ©africankelli africankelli
Touring Mexico| ©africankelli africankelli

During this type of bike tour in Mexico City you will see basically all the most iconic structures of the city, but you will also have the opportunity to get to know the gastronomy of the city and the surrounding forests.

You can't miss the opportunity to enjoy interesting visits to the most popular markets in Mexico City, where you can learn about the most iconic foods, textiles and handicrafts of Mexican culture.